Transforming Music Education

By Estelle R. Jorgensen and Jorgensen

Book Overview

This quintet of essays examines the reasons why music education should be transformed, investigates the nature of education and musical transformation, and suggests alternative educational models and strategies. Estelle Jorgensen frames her argument for new approaches against the backdrop of historical musical and educational practice and draws on literature from various fields. Transforming Music Education is addressed to current and future music teachers, those who train them, and all who are interested in revolutionizing music education.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0253215609
• ISBN13: 9780253215604
• Release Date: December 2008
• Publisher: Indiana University Press
• Length: 208 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.5" x 6.1" x 9.4"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher